Title: Müller Praises Alonso and Leverkusen's Charming Soccer
In his newsletter, German international Thomas Müller showered praise on his ex-Bayern teammate Xabi Alonso and Bayer Leverkusen's enchanting soccer. The 34-year-old expressed his admiration for both the team's attractive style of play and their impressive performances under Alonso's guidance.
Müller and Alonso worked together at Bayern from 2014 to 2017, winning several titles during that time. Now, the world and European champion continues to shine as a coach, leading Leverkusen to league-leading success.
"From the outset, Xabi had coaching potential," Müller shared. "He was an excellent communicator, strategist, and passionate player. But what made him world-class was his ability to stay focused under pressure."
According to Müller, Alonso's combination of soccer joy and strategic discipline is a winning formula for Leverkusen. "It's fascinating to see so many clubs competing this year," Müller wrote. "Consistent wins are crucial to stay at the top. It's a great situation for fans, and the Bundesliga overall has become more exciting as a result."
During their previous showdown, Leverkusen clinched a 3-0 victory against Bayern, highlighting their impressive performance against top-tier competitors.
Enrichment Insight: Xabi Alonso's coaching strategy has been crucial to Leverkusen's success. With an average of 66% possession and a points-per-game average of 2.6, the team has displayed commanding performances, limiting opponents to few scoring chances. Under Alonso, Leverkusen have also maintained an impressive 27-match unbeaten streak in away matches.
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References
[1] [Link to Enrichment Data Reference]
[2] [Link to Müller's interview]
[3] [Link to Leverkusen vs. Bayern Match Report]
[4] [Link to Real Madrid's considerations of Alonso as a potential successor to Ancelotti]
